Overview

Introduce a burst of autumnal color and unique texture to your garden with our premium ornamental kale seeds. This special Autumn Mix Kale offers a stunning array of vibrant hues, including shades of pink, purple, white, and green, making it a spectacular choice for seasonal displays. Often referred to as flowering cabbage seeds due to their cabbage-like appearance and decorative rosettes, these plants are primarily grown for their striking foliage rather than their edible leaves, though they are technically edible. Our non-GMO kale seeds ensure you are planting a natural and wholesome product, perfect for gardeners who prioritize sustainable and healthy practices. Enjoy the unique beauty and robust growth of these exceptional plants.

These captivating plants are a fantastic way to extend garden interest well into the cooler months when many other flowers begin to fade. The cooler temperatures actually intensify the colors of the leaves, providing an increasingly dramatic display as autumn progresses. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting, growing ornamental kale from seed is a rewarding experience that yields impressive results. The scientific name for these varieties is Brassica Oleracea, highlighting their close relation to common edible cabbages and kales, yet bred specifically for their aesthetic appeal.

Key Benefits

Our ornamental kale seeds provide numerous advantages for any gardening enthusiast looking to enhance their outdoor space:

• Vibrant Autumn Color: These plants are renowned for their spectacular display of colors, which become even more intense with cooler weather. They provide essential visual interest when other garden plants are winding down for the season.
• Easy to Grow: With an ‘Easy’ cultivating difficulty, these flowering cabbage seeds are suitable for gardeners of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned experts. They germinate readily and establish quickly with minimal fuss.
• Non-GMO Assurance: Cultivate your garden with confidence knowing that these are non-GMO kale seeds, supporting natural and traditional gardening practices.
• Versatile Landscaping: Perfect for garden beds, borders, container planting, or even as a unique focal point in mixed arrangements. The clumping growth habit forms attractive rosettes.
• Cold Resistant: These plants thrive in cooler temperatures, making them an excellent choice for autumn and even mild winter gardens, extending your gardening season.
• Deer Resistant: Enjoy your beautiful plants without the worry of common garden pests like deer, as ornamental kale is known to be less appealing to them.
• Air Purifying Qualities: Like many plants, ornamental kale contributes to improved air quality, adding a healthy benefit to your outdoor environment. Growing autumn mix kale brings more than just beauty.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your ornamental kale seeds to mature plants is straightforward, making them a rewarding addition to your garden. These plants prefer a location with full sun to partial shade. For the most vibrant colors, aim for at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. While they can tolerate some shade, too much will result in less intense coloration and looser growth. They are outdoor plants, ideally suited for garden beds or large containers where they have room to develop their impressive rosettes. The ideal USDA Hardiness Zone for growing these plants is 2 (-50 to -40 °F) and up, indicating their excellent cold tolerance.

When it comes to watering, ornamental kale prefers consistent moisture but dislikes soggy conditions. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil is moist but not waterlogged. The best soil types for these flowering cabbage seeds are well-draining, fertile soils such as loam, sand, silt, chalk, clay, or peat, with a slightly acidic to neutral pH, ideally around 6.8. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot. Fertilize sparingly; an all-purpose balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season is usually sufficient.

These plants are fairly robust but keep an eye out for common Brassica pests like aphids or cabbage worms. Promptly address any infestations with organic pest control methods if possible. The optimal season of interest for this autumn mix kale is, as the name suggests, autumn and fall, though they can also provide interest in spring and summer before their colors fully develop. Their biennial life cycle means they will typically grow foliage in the first year and flower (bolt) in the second, though they are usually grown as annuals for their decorative foliage.

Size & Details

This offering includes 200+ ornamental kale seeds, providing an abundant supply for creating a spectacular display in your garden. The seeds are ready for planting and will germinate to produce plants with a clumping growth habit, forming dense, colorful rosettes. While individual plant size can vary based on growing conditions, ornamental kale typically grows to a height of 12-18 inches and a similar spread, creating a substantial visual impact. The leaves are semi-evergreen, maintaining their color and form for an extended period, especially in cooler weather.

These non-GMO kale seeds are shipped as a seed packet, ensuring they arrive in optimal condition for planting. Once established, the plants are known for their fast-growing nature, allowing you to enjoy their beauty relatively quickly. Expect to see significant coloration develop as temperatures cool in late summer and autumn, with the peak display often occurring from fall through early winter. The multicolor varieties within this autumn mix kale ensure a diverse and captivating palette in your garden.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How many ornamental kale seeds are included in this pack? A: This pack contains 200+ ornamental kale seeds, providing plenty for a vibrant and extensive garden display or multiple planting cycles.
• Q: Are these suitable for indoor or outdoor planting? A: These flowering cabbage seeds are primarily intended for outdoor cultivation, where they can receive adequate sunlight and benefit from cooler temperatures that enhance their coloration.
• Q: How much sunlight do these ornamental kale plants require? A: For the most vibrant colors and healthy growth, ornamental kale prefers full sun to partial shade, ideally receiving at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• Q: Is this an easy plant to care for, especially for beginners? A: Yes, these ornamental kale seeds are rated as ‘Easy’ in cultivating difficulty, making them an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
• Q: What condition will the seeds arrive in? A: The seeds will arrive in a protective seed packet, ensuring they are fresh and viable for planting upon receipt.
• Q: When is the best time to plant ornamental kale seeds? A: For an autumn display, it’s best to start autumn mix kale seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow in late summer for fall color.
• Q: Will ornamental kale survive winter in colder climates? A: Ornamental kale is quite cold-resistant and its colors intensify with frost. It can survive down to USDA Hardiness Zone 2 (-50 to -40 °F), often lasting well into winter in many regions.
• Q: Are these ornamental kale seeds non-GMO? A: Yes, these are certified non-GMO kale seeds, ensuring you are planting natural and traditional varieties in your garden.
• Q: Can I eat the leaves of ornamental kale? A: While technically edible, ornamental kale is primarily grown for its aesthetic appeal. The leaves are often tougher and more bitter than culinary kale, making them less suited for consumption.
• Q: What kind of soil is best for growing ornamental kale? A: Ornamental kale seeds thrive in well-draining, fertile soil with a pH around 6.8. A good quality loam or a mix with sand and organic matter is ideal.